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Civics Unit 4: India Foreign Policy — Online MCQ Test

Q: Which policy principle formed the basis of India’s foreign policy after Independence?

Answer: B. Non-alignment — India chose non-alignment to stay independent of Cold War blocs and protect national interest. It became a key feature of India’s foreign policy.

Q: How many principles are included in Panchsheel?

Answer: C. Five — Panchsheel means the five principles of peaceful coexistence. It was first agreed upon by India and China in 1954.

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Frequently asked questions from Tamil Nadu State Board CLASS 10th SOCIAL SCIENCE — Civics Unit 4: India Foreign Policy, with answers and explanations. These are sample questions; the exam has its own separate question set.

Which policy principle formed the basis of India’s foreign policy after Independence?

A. Colonial expansion
B. Non-alignment ✓
C. Military alliance with superpowers
D. Isolationism

Answer: B. Non-alignment
India chose non-alignment to stay independent of Cold War blocs and protect national interest. It became a key feature of India’s foreign policy.

How many principles are included in Panchsheel?

A. Three
B. Four
C. Five ✓
D. Six

Answer: C. Five
Panchsheel means the five principles of peaceful coexistence. It was first agreed upon by India and China in 1954.

India avoided joining military blocs during the Cold War mainly because it wanted to

A. Support only one superpower
B. Remain neutral and independent in foreign affairs ✓
C. Stop all international trade
D. Break relations with all neighbouring countries

Answer: B. Remain neutral and independent in foreign affairs
Non-alignment meant not joining either of the two Cold War power blocs. This helped India maintain independence in decision-making.

What is the main purpose of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM)?

A. To create a single superpower
B. To support the interests of only developed countries
C. To stay away from power blocs and promote peaceful cooperation ✓
D. To end diplomacy between nations

Answer: C. To stay away from power blocs and promote peaceful cooperation
NAM was formed to ensure that newly independent countries could remain free from Cold War alignments. It supported peace, independence, and cooperation.

Which of the following pairs is correctly matched?

A. Non-alignment — Joining one military bloc for safety
B. Panchsheel — Five principles of peaceful coexistence ✓
C. SAARC — A military alliance of Asian countries
D. Foreign policy — Rules only for trade within India

Answer: B. Panchsheel — Five principles of peaceful coexistence
Panchsheel literally means five principles and refers to peaceful coexistence between nations. The other options are incorrect descriptions.

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